Mica Hill Estates

    2121 Ave L, Hawarden, IA 51023
    • Assisted Living
    • Skilled Nursing

    Excellent compassionate small home care

    I love this place - my grandma lives here and is well cared for in a beautiful, peaceful, home-like community. The staff are compassionate and attentive, with 24-hour assistance, great meals, engaging daily activities, and an excellent rehab team under strong management that treats residents with dignity and respect. It's clean, small, and family-like; I highly recommend it.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.24·(21)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.0
    • Staff

      3.7
    • Meals

      2.3
    • Amenities

      4.2
    • Value

      4.2

    Pros

    • Beautiful interior and exterior
    • Peaceful environment
    • Private apartments
    • Freedom to come and go
    • 24-hour personal assistance
    • Great meals / dining
    • Fun activities and social programs
    • Residents treated with respect / well cared for
    • Trusted by family members

    Summary of reviews

    The reviews of Mica Hill Estates present a consistently positive overall impression. Across the comments, reviewers emphasize the facility's strong aesthetic appeal and tranquil atmosphere, repeatedly describing the space as beautiful both inside and out and noting a peaceful environment. The general sentiment is one of satisfaction and affection for the community, with reviewers stating they "loved the place" and expressing personal attachment to it.

    Care quality and staff interactions are highlighted as a major strength. Reviewers specifically mention 24-hour personal assistance, indicating around-the-clock support is available, and repeatedly note that residents are treated well. This pattern suggests attentive and respectful staff-resident interactions; one reviewer explicitly references a family member living there (“grandma lives there”), which signals trust from family members in the level of care provided.

    The living arrangements and resident autonomy are also important themes. Multiple reviews point out that residents have their own apartments and freedom to come and go, which indicates Mica Hill Estates supports independent living while offering support as needed. The combination of private living space and accessible assistance makes the community attractive for people seeking both independence and reassurance of available help.

    Dining and social life receive positive mentions as well. Reviewers praise the meals as "great," and describe the activities as "fun," suggesting the facility offers appealing dining options and an engaging activities program that contributes to resident satisfaction and social engagement.

    Taken together, the reviews form a coherent picture of a well-liked, attractive senior living community that balances independence with available support, provides pleasant surroundings and good food, and maintains respectful treatment of residents. There are no negative aspects or concerns reported in these summaries; feedback is uniformly favorable. While the sample of reviews is limited and entirely positive, the consistency of themes—beauty, peace, strong care presence, good dining, and enjoyable activities—indicates these are key strengths of Mica Hill Estates and reasons why current residents and family members speak highly of the community.

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    Location

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    Mica Hill Estates is located at 2121 Ave L, Hawarden, IA, 51023.

    About Mica Hill Estates

    Hillcrest Health Care Center stands as Iowa’s premier choice for individuals seeking both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, offering an environment where residents and their families can feel fully supported throughout their healthcare journey. With a dedicated and compassionate staff, Hillcrest works closely with each resident, their loved ones, and their personal healthcare providers, striving to develop a comprehensive and effective treatment plan tailored to each individual’s needs and goals. The atmosphere at Hillcrest is designed to provide comfort, safety, and a sense of belonging, helping residents regain their strength, mobility, and independence while experiencing the warmth of a place they can truly call home.

    A standout feature of Hillcrest Health Care Center is its state-of-the-art in-house therapy team, known for employing a mixture of modern advancements and traditional hands-on therapeutic methods. This dual approach ensures that every rehabilitation program—whether short or long term—is customized to maximize outcomes for each resident. The center is deeply committed to the art of caring, with skilled nursing professionals who understand that every resident is a valued guest, deserving of exceptional care and meaningful daily service. The care provided at Hillcrest is focused on creating a therapeutic and homelike experience, minimizing stress and prioritizing comfort in every aspect of daily life.

    Life at Hillcrest Health Care Center extends beyond clinical care, with a robust calendar of activities and excursions designed to keep residents engaged and active. The monthly activity calendar is thoughtfully packed from morning to night, ensuring a wide variety of social, recreational, and wellness options suited to individuals of all interests and abilities. This comprehensive programming fosters a vibrant community atmosphere, helping residents form connections and enjoy fulfilling, dynamic days. Hillcrest Health Care Center is dedicated not only to healing but also to enriching the lives of those who call it home.

    People often ask...

    Mica Hill Estates offers assisted living and skilled nursing.

    There are 25 photos of Mica Hill Estates on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 2121 Ave L, Hawarden, IA 51023.

    No, Mica Hill Estates does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Iowa, the Department of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing licenses assisted living and long-term care programs, conducting recertification visits and complaint investigations.

    License number1810
    StatusActive
    Facility typeAssisted Living Programs
    Capacity28 residents
    EffectiveOctober 3rd, 2024
    ExpiresOctober 3rd, 2026
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    Inspection Reports

    10

    Reports

    3

    Citations

    5

    Complaints

    22

    Years

    24 Mar 2026Complaint
    Investigated a complaint and found that a tenant's service plan lacked signatures and had not been updated at least annually.
    • 481-69.26(3) Service PlansService Plans
    17 Sept 2024Renewal
    Found no deficiencies. The recertification showed no regulatory issues.
    06 Apr 2021Complaint
    Found no deficiencies cited after a recertification visit and an onsite complaint investigation. The process confirmed compliance with requirements.
    09 Apr 2019Renewal
    Found no deficiencies.
    17 Apr 2017Renewal
    Found no deficiencies cited during the recertification visit.
    09 Apr 2015Renewal
    Investigated recertification monitoring evaluation and found no regulatory insufficiencies cited.
    13 Aug 2012Renewal
    Concluded there were no regulatory insufficiencies identified during the monitoring visit. Census results and tenant feedback were reported.
    20 Jan 2011Complaint
    Investigated on-site monitoring and concluded there were no regulatory insufficiencies during the certification period.
    13 Aug 2008Complaint
    Identified regulatory insufficiencies related to nurse review documentation and staffing adequacy. The nurse review for two tenants was not documented, and staff availability did not consistently meet tenants' identified needs.
    • 321 IAC 25.30Nurse Review
    • 321 IAC 25.33Staffing
    17 Aug 2004Complaint
    Found no deficiencies during the on-site monitoring evaluation.

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